March weather forecastHatteras, NC
March
Weather in March
March in Hatteras marks an official departure from the tail-end of winter as the following month of April promises warmer weather. The sunny hours shoot up to 7.1, offering considerably more daylight. With the improvement of driving conditions due to a visibility of 6 miles, commuting becomes safer. By this month, the sea temperature bounces back to 63°F (17.2°C), prompting recreational and commercial water activities. Importantly, there's a rise in rainfall amounting to 0.51" (13mm) with 8.1 rainy days.Temperature
The commencement of March records an average high-temperature of a still moderate 58.1°F (14.5°C), barely varying from February's 56.1°F (13.4°C). A consistent average low of 51.3°F (10.7°C) is noted throughout March, only a small step down from its daytime high.Humidity
In March, the average relative humidity in Hatteras is 75%.Rainfall
In March, the rain falls for 8.1 days. Throughout March, 0.51" (13mm) of precipitation is accumulated. In Hatteras, during the entire year, the rain falls for 100.9 days and collects up to 8.58" (218mm) of precipitation.Snowfall
January through March and December are months with snowfall. The months with the most snowfall days are January through March and December, with an average of 0.1 snowfall days.Ocean temperature
In Hatteras, the average seawater temperature in March is 62.6°F (17°C).Note: For the majority, swimming in water with a temperature of 62.6°F (17°C) is not enjoyable. The difficulty in managing breathing rises as the temperature decreases from 69.8°F (21°C) to 59°F (15°C).
Daylight
The average length of the day in March is 11h and 59min.On the first day of March in Hatteras, sunrise is at 6:31 am and sunset at 5:58 pm EST. On the last day of the month, sunrise is at 6:49 am and sunset at 7:23 pm EDT.
Note: On Sunday, March 10. 2024, at 2:00 am, Daylight Saving Time starts, and the time zone changes from EST to EDT. Daylight Saving Time lasts until Sunday, November 3. 2024, at 2:00 am; consequently, the time zone reverts from EDT to EST.
Sunshine
In Hatteras, the average sunshine in March is 7.1h.UV index
The average daily maximum UV index in March is 4. A UV Index value of 3 to 5 symbolizes a medium vulnerability from unprotected exposure to Sun's UV rays for ordinary individuals.Note: The maximum daily UV index of 4 in March converts into the following recommendations:
Be vigilant - Preventing sunburn is recommended. The Sun's most harmful UV rays are emitted around midday; avoid staying outdoors for long during this time. Employ a wide-brim hat for potent defense against up to 50% of UV rays. Caution! The reflection of snow can nearly double the intensity of the Sun's UV radiation.
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Frequently asked questions
Average temperature in March
Hatteras, NC
- Average high temperature in March: 58.1°F
The warmest month (with the highest average high temperature) is July (81.5°F).
The month with the lowest average high temperature is January (54.5°F).
- Average low temperature in March: 51.3°F
The month with the highest average low temperature is July (78.4°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average low temperature) is January (46°F).
Average pressure in March
Hatteras, NC
- Average pressure in March: 30.08"Hg
The months with the highest atmospheric pressure are January, November and December (30.11"Hg).
The month with the lowest atmospheric pressure is June (29.98"Hg).
Average wind speed in March
Hatteras, NC
- Average wind speed in March: 17mph
The windiest month (with the highest average wind speed) is March (17mph).
The calmest month (with the lowest average wind speed) is August (12mph).
Average humidity in March
Hatteras, NC
- Average humidity in March: 75%
The months with the highest relative humidity are May, June and July (79%).
The month with the lowest relative humidity is October (73%).
Average rainfall in March
Hatteras, NC
- Average rainfall in March: 0.51"
The wettest month (with the highest rainfall) is August (1.06").
The driest month (with the least rainfall) is January (0.31").
Average rainfall days in March
Hatteras, NC
- Average rainfall days in March: 8.1 days
The month with the highest number of rainy days is July (13.5 days).
The month with the least rainy days is February (5.6 days).
Average snowfall days in March
Hatteras, NC
- Average snowfall days in March: 0.1 days
The months with the highest number of snowfall days are January, February, March and December (0.1 days).
The months with the least snowfall days are April, May, June, July, August, September, October and November (0 days).
Average sea temperature in March
Hatteras, NC
- Average sea temperature in March: 63°F
The best months for swimming (with the highest average sea temperature) are July and August (81°F).
The coldest month (with the lowest average sea temperature) is February (61°F).
Average daylight in March /
Average sunshine in March
Hatteras, NC
- Average daylight in March: 12h and 0min
The month with the longest days is June (Average daylight: 14h and 30min).
The month with the shortest days is December (Average daylight: 9h and 48min).
- Average sunshine in March: 7h and 6min
The months with the most sunshine are June and July (Average sunshine: 10h and 54min).
The month with the least sunshine is February (Average sunshine: 5h and 18min).
Average sunshine days in March
Hatteras, NC
- Average sunshine days in March: 21.2 days
The month with the most sunshine days is January (22.6 days).
The month with the least sunshine days is July (11.3 days).
Average UV index in March
Hatteras, NC
- Average UV index in March: 4
The months with the highest UV index are June, July and August (UV index 7).
The month with the lowest UV index is January (UV index 3).
Average cloud cover in March
Hatteras, NC
- Average cloud cover in March: 43
The month with the most cloud cover is March (Cloud cover 43).
The month with the least cloud cover is June (Cloud cover 26).
Average visibility in March
Hatteras, NC
- Average visibility in March: 6mi
The months with the highest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
The months with the lowest visibility are January, February, March, April, May, June, July, August, September, October, November and December (6mi).
